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The doctor-patient relationship is a unique one based on trust and confidence. A sound two-way communication and mutual respect forms the basis of a successful doctor-patient relationship and the doctor plays a crucial role in fostering good relations.
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- Listen to them patiently and respect their views
- Treat them politely and considerately
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- Maintain confidentially about patients' diseases
- Give them the information the patients have asked for about their condition, its treatment and prognosis
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- Give information in a way easy to understand manner
- Respect the patients' right to get fully involved in decisions about their treatment
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Respect their right to a second opinion
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While a doctor faces challenges in making sure that he or she understands the patients' concerns and problems, every patient also has certain moral responsibilities.
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- Be polite and reasonable
- Use his/her time with the doctor properly
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Be honest and open with the doctor
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Tell him/her about any medicines you are taking and/or allergies you may have. (Photo: Dr Ravi Mohanka and Dr Arvinder Soin, Sir Ganga Ram Hospital, New Delhi)
